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October 5, 2026

Chattooga County Among Stronger Deer Harvest Areas In Northwest Georgia

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Chattooga County was among the stronger deer harvest areas in Northwest Georgia during the 2025–2026 hunting season, according to a new statewide map showing the number of deer reported harvested per square mile.

September 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia DNR Reaches Deal To Restore Pine Log Wildlife Management Area

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A popular Northwest Georgia wildlife management area that has been closed to the public for more than three years is set to return to public ownership and eventually reopen for hunting and other outdoor recreation.

September 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Firearms Deer Season Just Weeks Away In Georgia And Alabama

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Georgia deer hunters are already in the woods for archery season, but the opening of the state’s regular firearms deer season is now just a few weeks away.

September 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia DNR Announces New Statewide Deer Carcass Disposal Rules

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With Georgia’s archery deer season underway, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is reminding hunters about new statewide requirements for disposing of deer carcasses and unused deer parts.

September 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Heat And Dry Weather Affecting Early Deer Season In Northwest Georgia

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Georgia’s archery deer season is underway, but hunters across Northwest Georgia are dealing with unusually hot and dry conditions during the opening days of the season.

September 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Deer Archery Season Opens Today; DNR Urges Tree Stand Safety

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Georgia deer hunters are heading back into the woods today as the state’s 2026-2027 archery deer season gets underway, and wildlife officials are reminding hunters that one of the greatest dangers may come before they ever take a shot.

August 27, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia DNR Reminds Hunters About Hunter Education Requirements

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With Georgia hunting seasons approaching, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is reminding hunters to make sure they have completed required hunter education before heading to the woods or purchasing a season hunting license.

July 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Governor Kemp Proclaims August as Shooting Sports Month in Georgia

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Governor Brian Kemp has officially proclaimed August 2026 as Shooting Sports Month in Georgia, recognizing the state’s long-standing hunting traditions, recreational shooting opportunities, and the economic impact of the industry. The proclamation encourages Georgians of all experience levels to safely enjoy shooting sports throughout the month.

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division is encouraging residents to visit one of the state’s more than 45 public archery and shooting ranges, many of which are located on Wildlife Management Areas and Public Fishing Areas. The agency also promotes firearm safety training and responsible participation in shooting sports.

According to DNR, Georgia’s shooting sports and hunting industry contributed an estimated $2.7 billion to the state’s economy in 2024 and supports nearly 11,000 jobs. In addition, Georgia received more than $19.2 million in federal wildlife conservation funding in 2025 through the Pittman-Robertson Act, which is funded by excise taxes on firearms, ammunition, and archery equipment. Those funds help support wildlife management, habitat conservation, hunter education, and public shooting ranges across the state.

The proclamation highlights the role hunters and shooting sports enthusiasts play in conservation while encouraging safe, responsible firearm ownership and recreation throughout the month of August.

July 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia DNR Releases 2026-2027 Hunting And Fishing Regulations Guide

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The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division has released the 2026-2027 Georgia Hunting and Fishing Regulations and Seasons Guide, giving hunters and anglers an updated resource ahead of the upcoming outdoor seasons.

June 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Quota Hunt Applications Open Today

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Georgia hunters can begin applying today for a variety of quota hunts through the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Division.